See the best of London
Head out and explore everything the capital has to offer. Regular trains from Islewoth whisk you to London Waterloo in just 36 minutes. A trip on the London Eye offers breathtaking views over the city's world famous historic sites including Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Film buffs should visit BFI IMAX, the home of British Cinema. Theatre lovers can see renowned thesps treading the boards at the Old Vic. If you're on a budget, head to Lower Marsh, a short walk way, for quirky food stalls and hip charity shopping.
Rediscover nature at Kew Gardens
Enjoy a glorious riverside walk, starting in Isleworth and ending up at the 326-acre UNESCO World Heritage Site at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Head for the Great Broad Walk, Kew's imperious formal promenade, flanked by the longest herbaceous border in the country with over 30,000 plans in a riot of colours and textures. Kids will love The Hive, a unique 17-metre high audo-visual experience designed to highlight the life of bees.
Pub hopping, Richmond style
A 10-minute bus ride and you can be exploring the buzzy boozers in Richmond's charming centre. For a teutonic tipple, head to Steins, serving up Bavarian dishes and beers in a picturesque riverside setting. Further north, The White Cross offers more traditional Victorian surroundings. Planning a trip to Isleworth? Travelodge London Hounslow Hotel is conveniently situated just a 10-minute bus ride away. Or if you prefer to be in the thick of it, choose Travelodge London Richmond Central Hotel.